1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
